Delivery Manager - RAN Network

Threeuk; Newbury; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

VodafoneThree in the United Kingdom is seeking a senior Network Deployment leader to drive the end-to-end delivery of RAN sites, working with a multi-disciplinary team to meet programme milestones.

You will oversee delivery partners, align with Acquisition, Planning, Transmission, Operations and Legal teams, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance while advancing regional rollout plans across the country.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading multi-disciplinary RAN deployment teams delivering business-critical targets.
• Extensive delivery experience in large-scale RAN deployment programmes with complex suppliers.
• Strong stakeholder leadership and relationship-building across cross-functional teams.
• Customer-focused mindset with emphasis on quality and service during deployment.
• Data-driven decision making using metrics for operational planning and budgeting.
• Advanced ability to interpret information and present to senior leaders.

Responsibilities

• Lead a specialist team to manage RAN delivery partners to an agreed baseline plan, identifying and mitigating risks.
• Deliver end-to-end RAN site delivery from nomination through design, build and handover to Operations.
• Drive cross-functional engagement with Acquisition, Planning, Transmission, Operations, Legal and Estates to align rollout milestones.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety standards for internal teams and partners.
• Develop and maintain integrated rollout plans that align with regional capacity and programme milestones.

Skills

RAN deployment leadership

Stakeholder leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Budget forecasting & cost control

Analytical & presentation skills

Project delivery management

Job description

Company Description

Location:London OR Newbury+ Hybrid

Working hours:Full time 37.5 hours per week – Monday to Friday

Hybrid

We believe that through collaboration and connection with our colleagues we can achieve great things. Our hybrid working approach allows our people to work both in the office and at home, providing the flexibility and resources you need to succeed in your role. We don't require you to be in on specific days; instead, we ask people to come into the office 2-3 days each week, for at least 8 days per month. You should work with your line manager to understand what their expectations are for you, your specific role and your team.

Who We Are

We’re here to build a network the UK can count on – one that connects people, places and potential. Because no matter where you live, what your background is, or how you get online – we think everyone deserves the same chance to stay connected, and with VodafoneThree, that future’s being built – today. We’re creating more than the UK’s best network. We’re helping close the digital divide, empower communities and drive meaningful progress.

We believe that everyone should feel they belong. Whoever you are and whatever your story, there’s space for you here. We’re building a workplace where different perspectives are welcomed, voices are heard, and everyone feels safe to show up as themselves.

You’ll join a team that genuinely cares – about each other, about our customers, and about the future we’re building. From day one, you’ll be welcomed, valued and encouraged to bring your whole self to work.

Why VodafoneThree

Join us and you’ll be at the heart of change. That means building responsibly, investing sustainably and creating opportunities that last. We’re not just expanding connectivity; we’re reimagining what a connected nation looks like. With £11bn invested in 5G and digital infrastructure, your work will directly power businesses, services, and communities across the country. You’ll work on real challenges, with real impact, across every corner of the country. Wherever you join us, whatever your role, you’ll be helping to build a future that works better for everyone. We move at pace, because what we’re building matters – and we’re learning as we go. We’re proud of the progress we’ve made, but we’re just getting started. Join our UK Networks team, where we’re continually building and enhancing our network, connecting millions of people and businesses across the country. Be part of the team that makes it all happen – simplifying, automating, and bringing better connectivity than ever before, with giga-fast speed, to our customers.

Job Description

This key role supports the Regional Manager in delivering Network Deployment projects and programmes, building and upgrading sites to achieve our ambition of being #1 for network. The role leads a skilled team and collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to help build the Nation’s Network.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership

• Lead a specialist team to manage RAN delivery partners to an agreed baseline plan, ensuring risks are identified and mitigated
• Deliver cross functional alignment with both teams within the region and centrally
• Ensure risk mitigation actions are put in place and tracked to ensure smooth delivery
• Lead presentations to senior leaders on performance and long-term plans

Delivery

• Own the end-to-end delivery of RAN sites, from nomination through design, acquisition, build, integration and handover to Operations ensuring Programme and business objectives are met
• Lead the team responsible for managing delivery partners across design, acquisition, construction and site activation within RAN deployment programmes
• Drive cross-functional engagement with supporting teams (Acquisition, Planning, Transmission, Operations, Legal, Estates) to ensure successful site delivery aligned to programme objectives
• Accountable for ensuring compliance with all Health & Safety standards, ensuring both internal teams and delivery partners meet statutory and corporate H&S obligations
• Lead strategic deployment planning, building and managing integrated rollout plans that align company goals with regional delivery capacity and programme milestones

Qualifications

Who You Are

• Proven experience leading specialist, multi-disciplinary RAN deployment teams delivering business-critical targets within complex commercial environments
• Extensive delivery experience across large-scale, complex RAN deployment programmes, operating through multiple contractual frameworks and diverse supplier ecosystems
• Strong stakeholder leadership and relationship-building capability, with experience collaborating across cross-functional teams and peer leadership communities
• Customer-focused mindset, with a demonstrable commitment to driving quality and service standards throughout all stages of deployment
• Data-driven decision maker, able to utilise insight, performance metrics and reporting to inform operational and strategic planning, including focus on budget forecasting, tracking and cost control
• Advanced analytical and presentation skills, with the ability to gather, interpret and communicate complex information in clear business terms for senior leadership audiences

Worried that you don’t meet all the desired criteria exactly? We know that everyone is unique, with multiple aspects to their identity and different experiences behind them. We are passionate about Inclusion for All and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align exactly with every part of the job description, we encourage you to apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another role, and our recruitment team can help you see how your skills fit in.

Additional Information

Posting End Date: 11th September 2026

Need to know

We are regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and all offers of employment for this role are subject to background checks, including criminal (DBS) and financial checks to meet the regulators standards.

We believe everyone should have the opportunity to interview for a role that matches your skills. In collaboration with our Talent, Diversity & Inclusion teams and our employee-led DEI Networks, we identified a range of reasonable adjustments to help you feel comfortable and perform at your best self during the interview process. If you require any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request as part of your recruitment journey, for example, extended time or breaks in between online assessments, a sign language interpreter, or assistive technology, please contact your recruiter directly or email [e-mail] for guidance.

We use AI in different parts of our business to boost innovation, improve efficiency, and create new opportunities. We know many candidates use AI to fine-tune their CVs or prepare for interviews, but what we really care about is your unique experiences and achievements.

During the interview, we want you to rely on your own knowledge and skills to show us who you really are—your personality, creativity, and abilities. Above all, we’re looking for authenticity and can’t wait to get to know the real you.

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